Ch 76: Vagina

Question 1

The average length of the vagina is

Answer 1

The average length of the vagina is
3 to 4 inches or 7.5 cm

Question 2

Embryologically, the vagina is believed
to be of dual origin, with the ____ derived from the uterine canal, whereas
the _______ are derived from the urogenital sinus.

Answer 2

Embryologically, the vagina is believed
to be of dual origin, with the upper third derived from the uterine canal, whereas
the lower two-thirds are derived from the urogenital sinus.

Question 3

Proximally, the vagina joins the uterine cervix at an angle, and, as a result, the
posterior vaginal wall is _____than the anterior wall

Answer 3

Proximally, the vagina joins the uterine cervix at an angle, and, as a result, the
posterior vaginal wall is longer than the anterior wall

Question 4

The proximal
posterior vaginal wall is separated from the rectum by the rectovaginal septum or
fascia. The overlying peritoneal reflection forms the posterior cul de sac, also
known as ______

Answer 4

The proximal
posterior vaginal wall is separated from the rectum by the rectovaginal septum or
fascia. The overlying peritoneal reflection forms the posterior cul de sac, also
known as the pouch of Douglas.